Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Ponta do Ouro...

Ponta do Ouro is a surf spot in Mozambique. The water temperature around Ponta do Ouro varies slightly during the year. The temperature ranges from 21.5°C (70.7°F) in August up to 28.1°C (82.6°F) in the month of March, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (77°F) and the best time for water activities is early spring, since Ponta do Ouro is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Ponta do Ouro?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Ponta do Ouro is ca:

Are there any other surf spots located close to Ponta do Ouro?

There are not many surf spots close to Ponta do Ouro. A good spot nearby is Cape Vidal, which is just 91km (56.5miles) away from Ponta do Ouro. Click here to check out more information on Cape Vidal and its current water temperature. Another surfspot near Ponta do Ouro is Richards Bay, which is 143.9km (89.3miles) away.

Are there sandy beaches close by?

Not too many beaches are located close to Ponta do Ouro. A beach that might be worth checking out is Ponto DOuro, which is 4.8km (3miles) away from Ponta do Ouro. If you don't mind the drive, you can also try Kidds Beach, ca 529.6km (329miles) away from Ponta do Ouro.

What kind of wetsuit do I need for Ponta do Ouro?

The sea temperature at Ponta do Ouro is extremely warm, reaching up to 28°C (83°F) in the months of February, March, and April. During this time, in the early fall, a wetsuit is typically not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving at Ponta do Ouro. However, during late summer, temperatures reach lows of approximately 22°C (71°F). During these months, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very cold conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the diving and fishing close to Ponta do Ouro?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and diving conditions alter quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 22 to 27°C (71-80°F) during summer. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish are typical fish that can be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions typically change during February, March, and April when water temperatures range from 23 to 28°C (74-83°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Ponta do Ouro: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Ponta do Ouro...

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